__________ involves the obstruction of one of the pulmonary arteries or its branches
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Pulmonary embolism
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The nurse is caring for four patients during a shift. Which of the following patients is at greatest risk for developing a pressure ulcer?
a. The patient who is bedridden, but who turns himself randomly b. The patient whose Braden Scale score is 8 c. The patient who can ambulate to the bathroom independently d. The patient whose Braden Scale score is 18
Mrs. Snodgrass has never been hospitalized for an illness before and she is very anxious and fearful about her upcoming surgery. What can the nursing assistant do to help her?
A. Tell her that patients have surgery every day and do just fine. B. Tell her that you will get a nurse to come and calm her down. C. Listen to her fears and provide confident care for her. D. Explain that her doctor wouldn't do the surgery if it weren't necessary.
What are the nursing priorities at this time?
What will be an ideal response?
Which patient information does the nurse document in the patient's physical assessment?
a. Slurred speech b. Immunizations c. Smoking habit d. Allergies